Kristen Lee on China's Mexico takeover, why a Goodwood might not work in the U.S., fountain pens vs knives, expensive houses vs expensive cars; and more. Recorded November 13, 2023 https://www.motortrend.com/staff/kristen-lee/ China's EV Takeover of Mexico : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi3bdofoQXw Go to https://www.PrizePicks.com/tire and use code tire for a first deposit match up to $100! Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live str...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 880
Pigeon Forge; Dollywood; driving the Aston Martin 707 on the Las Vegas F1 track; a review of the new Cayenne S and the return of its V8; plus Many Qs and As Why do exotics cars have battery issues? How do we feel about holiday music? How does Geely's sale of Volvo stock effect things? The flow state Will we return to television? Which physical buttons are the most important How the R53 Mini compares to a Fiesta ST and more! Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for ...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 879
Doug DeMuro on the car market, auctions, his weird Mercedes, the convertible G-Wagon, why he is done buying supercars, and more! Recorded November 13, 2023 Get hundreds of dollars in free accessories with any Lectric eBike purchase this holiday, including America’s best-selling eBike, the XP 3.0. Visit lectricebikes.com to find the Lectric model for you. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to h...
Nov 24, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 878
Frequent guest Jeff Glucker returns for a whiskey-fueled discussion on: his rooftop tent problems; filming Head-2-Head on Motor Trends; the limited edition watch mistake; crashing yachts; getting stuck in your garage; guitar addictions; when rarity doesn't matter; project car update; and more! Recorded November 10, 2023 https://hooniverse.com/author/braff/ @hooniversejeff https://www.motortrend.com/plus/show/head-2-head-drag-race/25695/ Visit BetterHelp.com/smokingtire today to get 10% off your ...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 877
We have the Kyza himself live and in studio! Khyzyl is a vehicle designer with an inspirational story and designs that tend to go viral very quickly. He's started in the digital space as a video game vehicle designer, but his creations also exist in the metal in the form of body kits and complete cars. From concepts to body kits to resto mods, his skill is incredible and his creations one-of-a-kind. On this show we talk about how his passion led to an unexpected job...and then another one; his l...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 876
We drive the Maserati MC20 Cielo back from the canyons and tell you a few things we left out of the video review; Matt tells us about his evening at the Grand Seiko event and dinner with Kevin O'Leary; and our incredible trip to Las Vegas to race very small cars. Recorded November 6, 2023 Sign up for Be the Match Head to factormeals.com/tire50 and use code tire50 to get 50% off. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code SMOKINGTIRE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. G...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 875
Cullen Chen and Wesley Kwok are the founders of Nodus Watches, a small watch brand that makes great looking, unique watches that don't cost a kidney. It was Nodus that reached out to Matt to collaborate, resulting in the amazing "Canyon" watch that sold out in minutes. A second run, now with a new color, is coming soon. On this show we talk about what goes into starting a brand, designing and engineering a watch, the problems with suppliers, tiny spare parts, answer Patreon questions. https://ww...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 874
Matt's Delica gets a wing clipped; the NSX fights mother nature; an Audi RSQ8 trolls us online; we debate the definition of "flying car" and we answer questions from our amazing Patreon members. Topics include: - How we define an "exotic car" - Which engines best represent the cylinder count (3-16) - Color vs options - How PCOTY winners have aged - and more. Recorded October 30, 2023 Need the perfect gift for yourself or a special person in your life? Head to https://www.GrooveLife.com/TIRE20 fo...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 873
Doug Tabbutt is the founder and owner of Switch Cars, an exotic and sports car dealer based in Ohio. Doug has been in this game for a long time and knows the ins and outs of your favorite cars. We sit down and talk about the state of the collector market; why not every car is a "blue chip" investment; what speculating has done wrong; a VERY strange experience with a customer; the dangerous state of sub-prime car loans; why he couldn't sell a Panoz to save his life; how he consolidated up; good a...
Oct 31, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 872
On this episode, Jonny teaches us about driving the very first Porsche; driving a weird Jaguar up the Goodwood hill; we plan a Jaguar XJS project car; why GM deserves more credit; why the new Mercedes SL is a flop; and why you shouldn't buy a Fiesta ST; and so much more. Jonny Lieberman is a longtime writer for Motor Trend, co-host of "Spike's Car Radio" and "The InEVitable Podcast" podcasts, and co-host of "Head-2-Head." Recorded October 25, 2023 Tune in to watch the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs ...
Oct 26, 2023•2 hr•Ep. 871
Matt is back from the Road and Track drive across New York, in which he got very confused by the BMW M8 Competition, and experienced the greatest back yard in the world. Zack went to Tennessee and learned what BMW 2002s share with the Ferrari F50. We discuss the social norms of public chargers and then answer Patreon questions about: How to upgrade your 2013 Mustang Boss 302 When it's time to trade it in for a 2019 GT PP2 Cars with the biggest differences between trim levels Bucket list watch co...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 870
Roger Farah returns! His two previous appearances -dense with advice for both business and life- were fan favorites. While on the Road & Track drive with Matt, they sat down to talk about business and answer Patreon questions about : Corporate espionage How to invest in private companies Light bulb management moments Raising children vs managing employees Riding in fast cars with Matt Dream cars More Recorded October 19, 2023 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST1...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 869
Larry Kosilla is one of the most famous and skillful automotive detailers on Earth. He's also the founder and owner of AMMO NYC detailing products, which developed its own formulas to take care of every part of your car. Matt and Larry talk about modifying Audi R8s, developing businesses, what Genesis is doing, and answer Patreon questions. https://www.youtube.com/@AMMO-NYC https://ammonyc.com/ Recorded October 16, 2023 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10...
Oct 17, 2023•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 868
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman give us a detailed review of the Corvette E-Ray, the first hybrid Corvette; discuss a clever Australian student who made a bolt-on system that could change the automotive landscape; Zack mistakes Switzerland for Sweden; we look at Tesla' latest money-maker; and answer Patreon questions about: What is the "right" kind of car enthusiast Why people leave their high beams on Camaro vs Corvette for a first-timer's track car Why Porsche's JD Power quality reports have dropp...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 867
Matt gives us his review of 3 days in the Escalade V at a heavy metal festival; there's a new motorcycle tester in the garage; Zack saw a CyberTruck auction get out of hand; and we discuss the validity of obscure electric hypercar brands. Then we answer Patreon questions about: Using all-seasons on race tracks Aggressive monitoring when using Turo A good, used 4x4 that isn't boring. Cars we loved driving but wouldn't own Cars who maintain strong value despite driving like garbage. And more! Reco...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 866
Jens Sverdup is the Chairman and CCO of Zenvo Automotive, the Danish hypercar builder. He's been in the supercar industry for 25 years, spending time at Pagani, Koenigsegg, Rimac, Czinger, and now Zenvo. On this episode we talk about what he learned at each of his previous posts, what drew him to those companies (instead of flash-in-the-pan competitors), and what Zenvo's incredibly powerful products are doing to separate themselves from the competition. https://zenvoautomotive.com/ Recorded Octo...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 865
On this episode, Matt Farah reviews the insane single-seat BAC Mono; we discuss a strangely modified Rivian truck; go over the content of the new Dollop episode. Then we answer Patreon questions covering: Why to buy an Acura NSX What were some of legendary car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro's BAD designs? Our favorite generation of Mercedes AMG wagon Whether car companies will go back to making manual wagons at all Our least-favorite UX in cars today Why you should always bore your engine out and m...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 864
Matt gives us his review of the Nissan Z NISMO (and a few other cars from "Road & Track's PCOTY") ; Zack reviews the marked-up Porsche 911 S/T; and we answer Patreon questions including: What cars do you wish were bigger or smaller? Can a manual swap redeem the Alfa 4C? Should I lower my car? Ugliest exterior: best interior ratio? Will EV coupes become more common? Are we in the new Bangle era or BMW's demise? XC60 air suspension vs V60 Ohlins Would you ever build your own engine at the fact...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 863
It's Kevin Ryan and H. Foley! They're the hilarious hosts of the incredibly popular podcast, "Are You Garbage?", a funny interview show where they sit down with your favorite comedians and actors to find out if they're classy or just straight up trash. We talk about their car history; how the show got started; nitrous; Philly pastimes; snow shovel rules; cigarette hot boxing childhoods; Kevin's stolen Kia; Germans and crack; and more! Check out their show: https://areyougarbage.com/blogs/popular...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 862
Alex Roy just did a very interesting cross-country drive with his mom. We talk about the present world of automated driving; Arizona vs SF, the cones, what Waymo did right, etc. Alex has a theory on why converting cars to EV could be a good thing for driver engagement. Why there aren't cannonball records in Europe. When will AI be put to a vote? How did the market downturn effect the autonomous landscape? Should you keep an ITR forever? The right scarf for fall. Recorded August 29, 2023 http://h...
Sep 21, 2023•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 861
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss the UAW strike; make a correction about hydrogen; give an update on the new storage facility and its upcoming events; take a deep-dive on their test of the 3-wheeled Polaris Slingshot R. Then they answer Patreon questions about tire selection; the fizziest car for someone who's driven a lot of fizz; where Hublot and Nixon land in the lineup; and more! Recorded September 15, 2023 Experience the difference for yourself, and check out Brooklinen’s new fall collec...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 860
Matt tells us about his weird experience on morning radio; we have an update on the reality of affordable Ferrari manual-swaps; and we answer questions about: The fizziest car for under $80k Why the Mk7 VW was better than the Mk8 A giant pile of lithium has been found When turning TCS off actually helps How Tesla and Porsche are not the same Car-related cat names And more! Recorded September 11, 2023 Tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs at Bristol on Saturday, September 16th at 7:30 PM East...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 859
What cars are surprisingly heavy or light? The WCCS gets a car show The rules of the Nodus watch giveaway Matt went sailing When you shouldn't replace your FST with an Integra Type S Toyota's Century concept Cities with the worst drivers And more! Recorded September 8, 2023 Tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs at Bristol on Saturday, September 16th at 7:30 PM Eastern on USA. It’s time to bring your belt into the 21st century. Head to GrooveLife.com/TIRE for 20% off ALL Groove Life products!...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 858
Zack tricks his dad into some tires; we discuss the biggest range of engines you can get in a single model of car; Matt's new building might have cooler cars than the old one; the Polaris slingshot is getting a second try; and we answer Patreon questions about: Is it "cheap" or simple to manual swap a Ferrari? Which of our automotive opinions has changed in the last five years Why turning of TCS is a bad idea From Miata to CX90 E36 vs new GR86 Our thoughts on the BMW Neue Klasse concept Top 3 ca...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 857
Aloisa Ruf is a mechanic, driver, and photographer and the daughter of Alois Ruf, the famous mind behind some of the fastest and most exciting Porsches ever made. She has become an integral part of the company and as you'll hear in this show, her knowledge and passion for the cars and brand is unquestionable. Recorded August 25, 2023 https://www.ruf-automobile.de/en/ https://www.instagram.com/aloisaruf/ https://www.aloisaruf.net/ Head to factormeals.com/tire50 and use code tire50 to get 50% off....
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 856
Matt tells the stories from Monterey Car Week: leading McLarens North; telling adults how to be cool; shirts with Gordon Murray; oddball favorites of the show; what Quail has become; special supercar standouts; the NSX is back from Evasive; and more. Plus questions about: the best American super sedan ever; solar watches; why turbos are good; our favorite strange car; and what we think about re-badging. Recorded August 24, 2023 Tune in to the regular season finale at Daytona International Speedw...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 854
Nicolas Brown is the President of McLaren Automotive for the Americas. On this show Matt sits with him to discuss: How McLaren can survive making only sports cars How McLaren can survive forced electrification Nic's car history and how he got an awesome job What his personal dream 3 car garage would be How McLaren deals with their reputation for poor reliability Recorded August 20, 2023 Tune in to the regular season finale at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, August 26th at 7:00PM East...
Aug 29, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 853
When Gas is Better then electricity; ICON Bronco Explained; which car we would re-body; the BEST Mod for your sports car (no matter who made it), and more! Recorded August 14, 2023 Tune in to the regular season finale at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, August 26th at 7:00PM Eastern on NBC. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST Want your question ans...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 852
How long would it take you to rebuild a McLaren engine? What if you wanted to upgrade from a 3.8L to a 4.0L? AND it needed to be ready for Jay Leno to safely drive? An easy process? Hardly. Freddy "Tavarish" Hernandez and Arne Toman share the stressful tale. Recorded August 14, 2023 https://www.instagram.com/therealtavarish/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvAhDxNNUDhi78tMXVGBUaQ https://www.cannonballgarage.com/ It’s time to bring your wallet into the 21st century. Head to GrooveLife.com/TIRE ...
Aug 17, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 851
Betim Berisha owns BBI Autosport, one of the premier Porsche tuners in North America. From mild to truly wild, they do it all. On this episode we talk about building race cars; the changing oil change; tolerances; Hoonipigasus; and more. Recorded August 10, 2023 https://bbiautosport.com/ It’s time to bring your wallet into the 21st century. Head to GrooveLife.com/TIRE for 20% off ALL Groove Life products! Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on y...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 851
